Costs and Scholarships

The cost of going to Maryville is highly competitive — from tuition to affordable living costs in Maryville. Maryville College degree programs have proven value to alumni upon graduation. Read about the value of a Maryville College degree in the Outcomes section below. Students also appreciate our competitive tuition rates and international student scholarships.

Maryville College provides opportunities for generous scholarships and awards to help students pay for college, including aid for both first-year and transfer students. Scholarships are available to both first-year and returning or transfer students based on academic achievement, interest areas, leadership and talent. Some require no application process, while others are competitive.

Is Maryville College a viable option for you? Please take a look below at costs and scholarship opportunities. If a student is not able to provide proof of funding between $30,000 and $35,000 USD then that student will not be able to be admitted.

Find current tuition, fees and scholarship in the sections below. Please contact International Admissions at international@maryvillecollege.edu for more information.

Whether you are from Tennessee or you are from the other side of the world, the prices are the same!

The cost for students enrolled for university studies:

2023-2024 Academic Year Tuition & Fees

Single Semester
Fall & Spring Semester
TOTAL$19,696$39,392
Tuition$19,257$38,514
Activity Fee$228$456
Service Fee$211$422

One-time Orientation Fee: $275

NOTE: All prices in US Dollars

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Room & Board

Your living costs will depend on where you choose to live, and how much you spend on things like entertainment and eating out. Students under the age of 23 are required to live on campus, and scholarship amounts are different for students who live off campus.

Single Semester
Fall & Spring Semester
TOTAL$6,500$13,000
Housing$3,133$6,266
Meals$3,367$6,734

Other Costs

Don’t forget about other personal expenses, like travel, clothes, transportation, entertainment, and your phone.

TOTAL$3,820.00
Health Insurance*$1000.00
Books and Supplies$1,240.00
Personal Expenses$1,580.00

 

“Other Costs” are estimated, and are subject to individual choices.  We use these totals for the purposes of proof of funding for immigration requirements.

*Health Insurance is mandatory

A $300 enrollment deposit is required of all new students intending to enroll at Maryville College. Your enrollment deposit is applied towards your overall costs.

Enrollment Deposit Refund Policy for International Applicants:

  • Refund requests must be made at least 45 days prior to the semester start date. 
  • Refunds to credit cards can only be completed within 180 days from the payment date 
  • Refunds past the 180 days can be made via wire transfer (overseas)or a check (only within the U.S.).
  • Refunds can only be issued within one year from the original payment date.
  • The enrollment deposit can be deferred only once to the following semester.

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Academic Scholarship Information
Scholarship Range:

$15,000 – $26,000 per year

Maryville College has a strong scholarship program for international students and all admitted degree-seeking international students receive a scholarship. You will automatically be considered for the highest possible amount. All scholarship funds are credited toward tuition payments.  Your scholarship is automatically renewed for up to four academic years (8 fall/spring semesters), provided that you maintain a satisfactory GPA, act as a cultural ambassador on campus, and reside on campus.

There is no financial aid to cover living costs, fees, books, and miscellaneous expenses.  For visa purposes, most students need to show approximately $26,400 – $37,400 in available financial support for the first year of their studies.

Scholarships are based on academic performance and potential, as determined by school records and/or test scores.

Follow these simple steps to apply for admission, for scholarships and to learn more about MC.

  • Submit an application for admission.
  • Send your high school transcript, including senior year courses, and test scores.
  • No formal scholarship application required for the Academic Scholarships, it is considered part of the college application process. Students who qualify will be notified. Additionally, after a student is admitted, they may apply for the Competitive Fellowships/Scholarships/Awards listed in those sections below.
  • Arrange a campus visit to learn as much as you can about the MC experience.
  • GPA = weighted
    SAT/ACT scores include superscore; SAT (Evidence-Based Reading and Math)
    CLT = Classic Learning Test
Program & Eligibility CriteriaFinancial Value

International Presidential Scholarship

Minimum 3.8+ GPA (Grade Point Average)

$26,000 per year on-campus.  $20,000 per year off-campus. Renewable for eight fall/spring semesters of full-time study with 3.0 GPA.

International Dean’s Scholarship

Awarded to students with a GPA between 3.5 and 3.79

$24,000 per year on-campus. $18,000 per year off-campus. Renewable for eight fall/spring semesters of full-time study with 2.75 GPA.

International Maryville College Scholarship

Awarded to students with a GPA between 3.2 and 3.49

$22,000 per year on-campus. $16,000 per year off-campus. Renewable for eight fall/spring semesters of full-time study with 2.5 GPA.

International MC Scots Scholarship

Awarded to students with a GPA between 3.0 and 3.19

$18,000 per year on-campus. $12,000 per year off-campus. Renewable for eight fall/spring semesters of full-time study with 2.0 GPA.

International MC Orange and Garnet Scholarship

Awarded to students with a GPA between 2.8 and 2.99

$15,000 per year on-campus. $9,000 per year off-campus. Renewable for eight fall/spring semesters of full-time study with 2.0 GPA.

All figures current as of June 2023.

Co3petitive Scholarships, Fellowships, and Awards

All scholarships REPLACE merit scholarships; all fellowships and awards are STACKED on merit scholarships.
Application 
and campus interview required for all.

APPLICATION DEADLINES:
International Diversity Scholarship- January 15
All other competitive scholarships, fellowships and awards – December 1

To compete for these fellowships and/or scholarships, follow these simple steps:

  • Submit application for admission
  • Send your high school transcript, including senior year courses, and test scores
  • Review the requirements for the available fellowships and scholarships listed below. Once a student has been admitted, they will be given the opportunity to select the fellowship(s) and/or scholarship(s) for which they are eligible.
  • Complete the application(s) via their MaryVille Portal (MVP).
  • Arrange a campus visit to learn as much as you can about the MC experience.
Program & Eligibility CriteriaFinancial Value

International Diversity Scholarship

Awarded to a first-year international student who has a demonstrated record of outstanding academic achievement, character and leadership and a clear plan for contributing to the international community on campus. Application and phone/skype/Zoom interview required. Required to live on campus. One available per year — already awarded for fall 2023.
Read more about the International Diversity requirements ❯

International Diversity Fellowship

Awarded to a first-year international student who has a demonstrated record of outstanding academic achievement, character and leadership and a clear plan for contributing to the international community on campus. Application and phone/skype/Zoom interview required. Required to live on campus. Four available per year — still taking applications for fall 2023.

Full-Tuition ($38,514)
Renewable for eight fall/spring semesters of full- time study with a 3.0 GPA and leadership participation. Must live on campus. 

$30,000 per year 

Renewable for eight fall/spring semesters of full- time study with a 3.0 GPA and leadership participation. Must live on campus.

McGill Scholarship/Fellowship

The McGill Scholarship is awarded to 5 incoming first-year students with combined minimum 28+ ACT or 1390+ SAT or 92+ CLT and 3.7+ GPA and demonstrated leadership abilities. Required to live on campus.
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McGill Fellowship is awarded to 20 first-year students meeting the same requirements as the McGill Scholarship. Required to live on campus.
Read more about the McGill Scholarship/Fellowship ❯

Scholarship value: Full tuition. Renewable for eight fall/spring semesters of full-time study with 3.25 GPA.

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Fellowship is valued at $30,000 and cannot be stacked with a merit scholarship. Renewable for eight semesters of full-time study with 3.0 GPA.

Music Scholarship

Open to music majors based on individual talent. Recipients are required to participate in a related music ensemble.

Read more about Fine Art Scholarships and audition requirements ❯

Up to full tuition per year on-campus, or $20,000 if living off campus. Renewable for eight fall/spring semesters of full-time study with 2.5 GPA. Cannot be combined with Merit Scholarship.

Mountain Challenge Scholarship

This Fellowship is awarded to student leaders interested in developing their leadership skills while taking part in one of the South’s premier outdoor adventure programs. 24+ ACT or 1160+ SAT or 76+ CLT and 3.0+ GPA

$24,000 per year on-campus. $18,000 per year off-campus. Renewable for eight fall/spring semesters of full-time study with 2.75 GPA during first year and 2.85 GPA in second and third year. Cannot be combined with Merit Scholarship.

Equestrian Team Scholarship

Equestrians riding/showing for a minimum of three years preferably at three-foot fences or higher 24+ ACT or 1160+ SAT or 76+ CLT and 3.0+ GPA

$24,000 per year on-campus. $18,000 per year off-campus. Renewable for eight fall/spring semesters of full time study with 2.75 GPA. Cannot be combined with Merit Scholarship.

Art Scholarship

Open to art majors based on individual talent.
Read more about Fine Art Scholarships and audition requirements ❯

$26,000 per year on-campus. $20,000 per year off-campus. . Renewable for eight fall/spring semesters of full-time study with 2.5 GPA. Cannot be combined with Merit Scholarship

Theatre Scholarship

Open to theatre majors based on individual talent. Prefer at least two years prior participation in theatre productions. Recipients are required to participate in theatre productions.
Read more about Fine Art Scholarships and audition requirements ❯

Up to $26,000 per year on-campus. $20,000 per year off campus. Renewable for eight fall/spring semesters of full-time study with 2.5 GPA. Cannot be combined with Merit Scholarship

Scots Science Scholarship

The S3 Scholarship is awarded to First-year students who are seriously considering majors in Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Engineering or Mathematics, including pre-professional and licensure tracks.
Read more about the Scots Science Scholarship ❯

$870 award to attend the summer program and a minimum scholarship of either $22,000 per year on-campus or $16,000 per year off-campus. Renewable with 2.75 GPA. Cannot be combined with Merit Scholarship.

Isaac Anderson Fellowship for Church Leadership

Student leaders wanting to explore their goals of work and calling in light of their Christian faith. Minimum combined 26+ ACT or 1240+ SAT or 81+ CLT and 3.5+ GPA.
Read more about the Isaac Anderson Fellowship ❯

$3,000 per year. Renewable for eight fall/spring semesters of full-time study with 2.75 GPA.

Chapel Fellowship

Students with experience and interest in leading worship, especially music in services. Recipients will be active participants in chapel leadership through the Center for Campus Ministry.
Read more about the Chapel Fellowship ❯

$2,500 per year. Renewable for eight fall/spring semesters of full-time study with 2.0 GPA.

Church and College Fellowship

Active members of the Presbyterian Church (USA) or the Cumberland Presbyterian Church. Recipients are committed to providing three hours per week of volunteer service to local Presbyterian churches.
Read more about the Church and College Fellowship ❯

$2,000 per year. Renewable for eight fall/spring semesters of full-time study with 2.0 GPA.

ALANA Cultural Diversity Award

Underrepresented students with leadership potential, academic promise, and the ability to contribute to cultural diversity. Recipients required to participate in related campus organizations.
Read more about the ALANA Cultural Diversity Award ❯

Up to $2,000 each year.  Renewable for eight fall/spring semesters of full-time study with 2.0 GPA.

Instrumental Music Ensemble Award

Non-music majors based on individual talent. Recipients required to participate in a related music ensemble.

Read more about Fine Art Scholarships and audition requirements ❯

Up to $2,000 each year.  Renewable for eight fall/spring semesters of full-time study with continued involvement in a music ensemble with 2.5 GPA

Choral Award

Non-music majors. Prefer at least two years prior participation in a high school chorus. Recipients required to participate in a choral ensemble.

Up to $2,000 each year.  Renewable for eight fall/spring semesters of full-time study with continued involvement in a choral ensemble with 2.5 GPA.

MC Playhouse Award

Non-theatre majors. Prefer at least two years of prior participation in theatre productions. Recipients are required to participate in theatre productions.

Up to $2,000 each year.  Renewable for eight fall/spring semesters of full-time study with continued involvement in theatre productions with 2.5 GPA.

All figures current as of June 2023.

Academic Scholarship Information
Scholarship Range:

$15,000 – $26,000 per year

Maryville College has a strong scholarship program for international students and all admitted degree-seeking international students receive a scholarship. You will automatically be considered for the highest possible amount. All scholarship funds are credited toward tuition payments.  Your scholarship is automatically renewed for up to four academic years (8 fall/spring semesters), provided that you maintain a satisfactory GPA, act as a cultural ambassador on campus, and reside on campus.

There is no financial aid to cover living costs, fees, books, and miscellaneous expenses.  For visa purposes, most students need to show approximately $26,400 – $37,400 in available financial support for the first year of their studies.

Scholarships are based on academic performance and potential, as determined by school records and/or test scores.

Follow these simple steps to apply for admission, for scholarships and to learn more about MC.

  • Submit an application for admission.
  • Send your transcript and test score
  • No formal scholarship application required for the Academic Scholarships, it is considered part of the college application process. Students who qualify will be notified. Additionally, after a student is admitted, they may apply for the Competitive Fellowships/Scholarships/Awards listed in those sections below.
  • Arrange a campus visit to learn as much as you can about the MC experience.

 

Maryville College provides generous scholarship and award opportunities to deserving students. Scholarships are awarded based on academic information, student interest, student leadership and/or talent. In instances where a candidate qualifies for more than one scholarship, the student will receive the largest scholarship for which they are eligible. In cases where students are eligible to receive more than one award, the total cannot exceed tuition.

Admitted students can apply to competitive scholarships on their MaryVille Portal (MVP) after receiving their admission decision.

Academic Scholarship Information

Follow these simple steps to apply for admission, for scholarships and to learn more about MC.

  • Submit an application for admission.
  • Send your transcript and test score
  • No formal scholarship application required for the Academic Scholarships, it is considered part of the college application process. Students who qualify will be notified. Additionally, after a student is admitted, they may apply for the Competitive Fellowships/Scholarships/Awards listed in those sections below.
  • Arrange a campus visit to learn as much as you can about the MC experience.
Eligibility CriteriaFinancial Value

International Presidential Scholarship

Awarded to entering international transfer students with a 3.8 and above grade point average.

$26,000 per year on-campus. $20,000 per year off-campus. Renewable for eight fall/spring semesters of full-time study with 3.0 GPA and leadership participation.

International Dean’s Scholarship

Awarded to entering international transfer students with a 3.5 and above grade point average.

$24,000 per year on-campus. $18,000 per year off-campus. Renewable for eight fall/spring semesters of full-time study with 2.75 GPA.

International Maryville College Scholarship

Awarded to entering international transfer students with a 3.2 to 3.49 grade point average.

$22,000 per year on-campus. $16,000 per year off-campus. Renewable for eight fall/spring semesters of full-time study with 2.5 GPA.

International MC Scots Scholarship

Awarded to entering international transfer students with a 3.0 to 3.19 grade point average.

$18,000 per year on-campus. $12,000 per year off-campus. Renewable for eight fall/spring semesters of full-time study with 2.0 GPA.

International MC Orange & Garnet Scholarship

Awarded to entering international transfer students with a 2.8 to 2.99 grade point average.

 

$15,000 per year on-campus. $9,000 per year off-campus. Renewable for eight fall/spring semesters of full-time study with 2.0 GPA

All figures current as of June 2023.

Competitive Fellowships and Scholarships Information

Before ruling out any college or university, do a little research on the types of scholarships and financial aid offered at the institutions you are considering. Private colleges offer a wide array of scholarships based on academics, interests, leadership and talent.  In addition to scholarships based on outstanding academic and personal achievement, MC offers scholarships that reward leadership skills as well as excellence in music, art or theatre.

To compete for these fellowships and/or scholarships, follow these simple steps:

  • Submit an application for admission.
  • Send your transcript and test scores.
  • Review the requirements for the available fellowships and scholarships listed below. Once a student has been admitted, they will be given the opportunity to select the fellowship(s) and/or scholarship(s) for which they are eligible.
  • Complete the application(s) via their MaryVille Portal (MVP). All scholarships have a deadline of December 1st, unless listed otherwise on your MVP.
  • Arrange a campus visit to learn as much as you can about the MC experience.
Eligibility CriteriaFinancial Value

Church & College Fellowships

Awarded to entering transfer students who are active members of the Presbyterian Church (USA) or the Cumberland Presbyterian Church and who are committed to providing three hours per week of volunteer service to local Presbyterian churches. Will be in addition to the student’s MC Academic scholarship. An application and a campus interview are required.
Read more about the Church and College Fellowship ❯

$2,000 per year. Renewable with commitment to leadership involvement and 2.75 GPA.

Music Scholarship

Open to music majors based on individual talent. Recipients are required to participate in related music ensemble. Will replace the student’s MC Academic scholarship. An application and audition required.
Read more about Fine Art Scholarships and audition requirements ❯

Up to full tuition per year. Up to $18,000 for Off Campus. Renewable for eight fall/spring semesters of full-time study with 2.5 GPA.

Theatre Scholarship

Open to theatre majors based on individual talent. Prefer at least two years prior participation in theatre productions. Recipients are required to participate in theatre productions. Will replace the student’s MC Academic scholarship. An application and audition are required.
Read more about Fine Art Scholarships and audition requirements ❯

Up to $26,000 per year. Up to $20,000 for Off Campus. Renewable for eight fall/spring semesters of full-time study with 2.5 GPA.

Art Scholarship

Open to art majors based on individual talent. Will replace the student’s MC Academic scholarship. An application and portfolio are required.
Read more about Fine Art Scholarships and audition requirements ❯

Up to $26,000 per year. Up to $20,000 for Off Campus. Renewable for eight fall/spring semesters of full-time study with 2.5 GPA.

All figures current as of June 2023.

MC Awards & Fellowships

In addition to scholarships, Maryville College provides opportunities for additional awards to interested or qualified students. In consideration of scholarships received and financial aid eligibility, individuals could earn $1,000 – $5,000 from one of the awards listed below.

MC Awards Information

To apply for these awards, follow these simple steps:

  • Submit an application for admission.
  • Send your transcript and test scores.
  • Review the requirements for the available awards listed below. Once a student has been admitted, they will be given the opportunity to select the award(s) for which they are eligible.
  • Complete the application(s) via their MaryVille Portal (MVP).
  • Arrange a campus visit to learn as much as you can about the MC experience.
Eligibility CriteriaFinancial Value

McGill Transfer Fellowship

Awarded to five transfer students annually with a minimum college GPA of 3.25 and demonstrated leadership abilities. Required to live on campus and participate in a living-learning community. Fellowship deadline is May 1. 

$4,000 per year. Renewable with 3.0 GPA.

ALANA Cultural Diversity Award

Open to entering transfer students demonstrating academic promise, leadership potential and the ability to contribute to cultural diversity. Recipients are required to participate in related campus organizations. An application is required.
Read more about the ALANA Cultural Diversity Award ❯

Up to $2,000 per year. Renewable for eight fall/spring semesters of full-time study with 2.0 GPA

Mountain Challenge Fellowship

Awarded to an entering transfer student with a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average who is interested in developing leadership skills while taking part in one of the South’s premier outdoor adventure programs. An application and campus interview are required.

$2,500 per year. Renewable with continued commitment to program participation with 2.75 GPA.

Instrumental Music Ensemble Award

Open to non-music majors based on individual talent.
Recipients are required to participate in a related music ensemble. An application and audition are required.

Up to $2,000 per year. Renewable for eight fall/spring semesters of full-time study with continued involvement in a music ensemble.

Choral Award

Open to non-music majors. Prefer at least two years prior participation in a high school chorus. An application and audition are required.

Up to $2,000 per year. Renewable for eight fall/spring
semesters of full-time study with continued involvement in a choral ensemble.

MC Playhouse Award

Open to non-theatre majors. Prefer at least two years of prior participation in theatre productions. An application and audition are required.

Up to $2,000 per year. Renewable for eight fall/spring
semesters of full-time study with continued involvement in theatre productions.

Equestrian Award

Awarded to a highly qualified equestrian who has been
riding and showing for a minimum of three years preferably at three-foot fences or higher. Minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.5.  An application is required.

$2,000 per year. Renewable with continued commitment to program participation with 2.75 GPA.

All figures current as of June 2023.

01 :: Apply for Admission

Complete the free online application, send your high school transcript and required documents for review. An admission decision is made after your file is complete.

02 :: Receive an Instant Merit Scholarship

Once you’ve been admitted, you will be awarded a Maryville College merit scholarship. This is based on you applying with or without test scores. Students can be eligible for higher merit scholarships should they wish to provide them.

This is only a “starting point,” meaning that the total award may increase based on completing Step #3  of this checklist.

03 :: Apply for MC Competitive Scholarships & Awards

Maryville College has several competitive scholarships that are based on separate applications, auditions and/or interviews. Deadlines for these applications vary. If a student cannot travel to campus for their audition/interview, they may contact the scholarship coordinator for other arrangements.

04 :: Consider Additional Financial Aid Options

We offer signficant financial aid. More than many institutions. However, we can not fund ALL your costs.  Very few schools in the United States will offer you a “full-ride” or cover your full costs including housing and meals.  Our highest scholarship will cover tuition, but NOT  housing and meals. You need to have a plan to finance your education in the United States.  You will be asked to show proof of finances to us and to the Embassy in order to get a visa.  Check out our section below on “Estimating Your Finances” to see some alternate funding sources and some helpful links.

The first step to building a budget is estimating how much money you’re likely to have available to you. Some of the most common ways that students finance their education include:

  • Their own savings
  • Parental/familial contributions
  • Employment income from both part-time and summer work:  International students are eligible to work on campus up to 20 hours/week when classes are in session, and on campus full-time during breaks. It is common for international students to have a part-time job on campus. 
  • Scholarships and financial aid from the Maryville College (see above)
  • Government aid (your home country)
  • Other funding sources (Bank loans, lines of credit, external awards)
  • Financial Aid/FAFSA: Sorry – international students are not eligible for federal or state aid. 

Here are some helpful websites to help you get a better understanding of options for funding your education in the United States:

International Students may participate in Maryville College tuition payment plan. A tuition payment plan allows parents and/or students to make interest free monthly payments on student account balances. Maryville College Business Office has partnered with Nelnet to assist parents and students with their tuition, room and board costs. Plans can be set up to cover the full year balance in typically nine installments or a semester’s balance in four-five payments. You can set up the payment plan upon arrival and learn more HERE

Outstanding Outcomes from Outstanding Individuals

Maryville College currently has students doing amazing things from countries such as: Cape Verde, Canada, Morocco, South Sudan, India, Kazakhstan, Japan, Spain, Belgium, United Kingdom, Ghana, Nigeria, Egypt, Philippines, Uzbekistan, Mexico, El Salvador, Guatemala, and many diasporic communities in the United States. A map of where students come form can be found here.

Sample employments and placements include:

Employers: C3 International, Nanotechnology; Duke University, Center for Health Policy; FBI; First Tennessee Bank; Jacobs Engineering; Maryville City Schools, Tennessee; National Public Radio; United States Air Force, Clayton Homes, Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Graduate Schools: Duke University; Memphis Theological Seminary; University of Georgia School of Law; University of Tennessee, College of Veterinary Medicine; Vanderbilt University